Color Kinetics low-res version of Accent Family User guide

Brand: Color Kinetics

Model: low-res version of Accent Family

Type: User guide

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Accent

Dazzle with bright lines of light—

Accent MX gen2 and Accent Compact

Product Guide

Accent

Product Guide: Accent

2 Color Kinetics Accent Product Guide

With Accent, you can customize the resolution of the

LED nodes to create the right look—one that delivers

your message and visual content clearly

and effectively.

Transform buildings from dull to

dazzling with bright, addressable

ribbons of light.

3Color Kinetics Accent Product Guide

In this guide:

Introduction 02

Building a blank canvas 04

What makes Accent different? 06

Meet the Accent family 08

Color Kinetics technologies 10

Accent MX key features 12

Accent Compact key features

Complete solution 16

Showcase 18

Accent MX specifications 24

Accent Compact specifications 26

With Accent, you can customize the resolution of the

LED nodes to create the right look—one that delivers

your message and visual content clearly

and effectively.

Every building is a blank canvas. Some

stay blank—plain by day and dark

by night—while others are lit using

traditional flood lighting. But imagine

a building that is the light—displaying

large-scale video, captivating effects,

and important information on its

exterior. While traditional lighting

washes, grazes, or spotlights, direct-view

luminaires are mounted directly

on a building, sending light out directly

to viewers.

Photography: Signify

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Building a blank canvas

Accentuate

key details,

set a mood

With direct-view luminaires, you can revitalize

and beautify urban areas, communicate directly

with a crowd, and turn a dark building—or

bridge, historic landmark, and beyond—into a

fascinating, evolving work of art. That’s what the

Accent family of direct-view linear LED luminaires

is bringing to high-profile sites around the world.

Direct-view luminaires represent a different

approach to lighting, one that we pioneered

more than a decade ago. You’ll find our direct-

view LED luminaires bringing new excitement,

attention, and beauty to landmark buildings,

bridges, stadiums, and other iconic structures

around the world.

The Accent family is a cornerstone of our

family of direct-view lighting solutions, creating

addressable lines of light that highlight

architectural details—transforming buildings

from dull to dazzling. These lines of light can

also display video, stunning color effects,

messages, and more. Accent is a proven success,

performing flawlessly at high-profile, large-scale

sites and enhancing the skylines of cities, large

and small.

Want to get noticed? Accent is the answer.

Lighting designers often approach lighting in the

context of points, planes, and lines. We designed

Accent linear LED luminaires to fit seamlessly

on the exteriors of new or existing buildings,

giving them a new, more distinctive look. All with

beautiful ribbons of carefully controlled LED

light—color or dynamic color.

Accent delivers lines of individually addressable

LED nodes enclosed in a resilient, rugged form

factor.

Each LED node can be individually controlled,

turning each luminaire into a row of pixels—like a

building-sized television screen. These pixels can

be used to deliver a range of applications—from

white or color effects that engage and evolve to

messages that inform to elaborate video shows

that dazzle. No matter what you choose to say

or show on your building, Accent can make it

happen—quickly, simply, and reliably.

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Photography: Blake Marvin / HKS Inc

What makes

Accent different?

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What makes Accent different?

The Accent family of

direct-view linear LED

luminaires addresses

the need for a new,

creative way to highlight

the bold silhouettes and

architectural lines of

buildings and

iconic structures.

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Daylight Visibility

While traditional luminaires beam light onto

surfaces, direct-view luminaires beam it out into

the distance. So to ensure maximum visibility—

even in daylight—direct-view luminaires need to be

exceptionally bright. Accent luminaires deliver bright

light output—up to 591 lumens with Accent MX. And

our lumen measurement complies with IES LM-79-

08 testing procedures for accuracy.

Choice of Form Factors

Buildings and other structures vary in shape,

structural details, and size. That’s why Accent is

available in two main form factors—iColor Accent

MX Powercore gen2 and Accent Compact—enabling

you to choose a luminaire that’s best for your

project. As its name implies, Accent Compact is

smaller and lighter. Different luminaire lengths—

including 1-, 2-, and 4-foot options—let you match

the exact dimensions of almost any structure.

A choice of translucent or clear lenses provide

different beam angles, controlling the amount of

light output to suit your needs.

As architecture has evolved from bricks and mortar

to steel and glass, traditional lighting methods no

longer apply. After all, you can’t light a glass façade

with a floodlight. Accent luminaires bring a new

approach to lighting, one that’s different, effective,

and attention-getting. But that’s just the beginning

of the advantages that the latest generation of

Accent delivers.

Accent delivers an unbeatable combination of

exceptional performance, remarkable ease of

installation and use, and year-after-year reliability.

Here’s what makes Accent the right choice for

your project:

Resolution Control

Accent luminaires give you precise resolution

control—with LED node spacing as close as 19 mm

(0.75 in) with Accent Compact.

Simple Installation

Intuitive mounting options and connectors

make it easy for installers to make Accent part of

your building.

Proven Reliability

Thanks to smart design, extensive testing, and

years of experience, Accent delivers unbeatable

reliability, even in the most adverse conditions

we’ve encountered around the world—from bridges

sprayed with caustic ocean salt spray to the wind-

buffeted exteriors of tall buildings.

A Wide Range of Choices

Accent Powercore comes in two different

light options, and can be fitted with an array

of accessories specifically designed for the

luminaire family. So there are many options to

choose from when selecting the ideal Accent

for the job.

When it comes to color, the two available light

output options all offer unique qualities that

can be utilized in different ways, depending

on the requirements of your installation. With

so many options, the choice is yours.

RGBW

Better-quality white light as compared

to RGB.

RGB

Standard option for intensely

saturated color light.

Meet the Accent Family

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Choose the Accent

luminaire that

meets your needs

The full Accent family of direct-view LED

linear luminaires brings you different

form factors and lengths—including

Accent MX and Accent Compact, letting

you choose the luminaire that’s right

for the scale and design of your

specific project.

iColor Accent MX

Powercore gen2

In it for the long run

iColor Accent MX Powercore gen 2 combines high visibility, long

run length, and proven reliability. To summarize the response from

our customers—Accent MX looks fantastic and gets attention,

even from a considerable distance. It keeps performing brilliantly

and reliably, year after year, even in the most demanding settings

imaginable—wind, salt spray, vibration, heat/cold, and other real-

world challenges. This direct-view linear luminaire has a proven

track record of providing the precision it takes to display large-

scale video, graphics, and intricate effects on high-profile building

exteriors, casino entrances, sports venues, bridges, and much

more. Accent MX luminaries can be addressed and controlled in

increments down to 30 mm (1.2 in), or up to 1.2 m (4 ft)—making

Accent MX right for large-scale installations and other installations

that require maximum resolution and visibility.

The key differentiators are in the name—iColor Accent

MX Powercore. iColor gives you precision control over

color, letting you achieve your artistic vision or match

corporate branding. Accent also integrates Powercore,

our patented approach to power output, which controls

power to luminaires directly from line voltage. This faster,

more efficient, and accurate approach does away with

the run-length limitations of low-voltage luminaries,

which require auxiliary power sources. Color Kinetics

Data Enabler Pro merges line voltage with control data

and delivers both to luminaires over a single standard

cable, dramatically simplifying installation and lowering

total system cost.

Accent MX is available in 2 foot and 4 foot lengths, which

can be easily connected to create long continuous lines

of intense, dynamic color. With Accent MX, you can install

run lengths of up to 100 m (328 ft)—all with the simplicity

of line voltage. Native, onboard Ethernet via Data Enabler

Pro supports long runs without being limited by DMX

data and addressing constraints.

Count on Accent MX to take on even the largest buildings

and most complex applications requiring hundreds or

even thousands of luminaires—and deliver remarkable

results. All with exceptional reliability.

What makes iColor Accent MX Powercore gen 2 different?

iColor Accent

Compact, RGBW

and iColor Accent

Compact

Exceptional brightness

in a streamlined

form factor

We created iColor Accent Compact because our customers asked

for a lighter, more compact direct-view linear luminaire. Like Accent

MX, Accent Compact displays large-scale video, graphics, and

intricate effects. Its compact form factor and lighter weight makes

Accent Compact appropriate for a wide range of structures and

applications—including smaller buildings and structures that need

a compact, lighter luminaire. But its smaller size doesn’t come at

the expense of brightness. In fact, Accent Compact is brighter than

Accent MX.

Accent Compact luminaries can be addressed and controlled in

increments down to 19 mm (0.75 in), or up to 1.2 m (4 ft)—making

it flexible enough to provide the overall look and resolution you

want. Up to four luminaire lengths let you match the dimensions

of almost any structure. The smaller luminaires allow for extra

flexibility when space is tight or façades are curved.

Compact and capable

Accent Compact lets you create impressive color and dynamic

color effects with a luminaire that’s lighter and more compact.

Its low voltage design keeps the luminaire light, and enables run

lengths of up to 14 meters (48 feet) per power supply, using 12

4-foot luminaires. Choose from two lens options—a clear lens that

delivers the brightest output or a translucent lens for the widest

viewing angle.

Native, onboard Ethernet control via the PDS-400 48V EO data

controller supports long control runs not subject to DMX data

and addressing limitations. And like all Accent luminaires, Accent

Compact’s rugged, durable aluminium housing resists shock,

vibration, and rough handling.

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MX gen2 Compact,

RGBW

Compact

Power consumption

20 W

40 W

10 W

13 W

16 W

28.5 W

10 W

16 W

28 W

Viewing angles 120° x 225° 105°, 210° 105°, 210°

Lumens per foot 148 248 to 287 88 to 115

Photography: Signify Latin America

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Color Kinetics technologies

11Color Kinetics Accent Product Guide

Our advanced

technologies

raise the bar

Color Kinetics is setting

new standards for

consistency and accuracy

by developing advanced

technologies that are

integrated into our

luminaires, including

Accent. These technologies

work together to deliver the

ever-escalating levels of

accuracy and performance

required by our customers—

and their innovative and

ambitious projects.

To find out how innovative technologies within our

advanced luminaires can help you do more, visit

www.colorkinetics.com/Learn.

Optibin

Our LED optimization technology begins the color con-

sistency process by grouping (or binning) LEDs by flux

as well as center wavelength. This proprietary binning

optimization process uses an advanced bin selection

formula that exceeds industry standards for chromatici-

ty. The result? Higher uniformity and consistency of hue

and color temperature for all our luminaires. Integrated

into all Accent luminaires.

Powercore

Our patented approach to power output proves that

simple is better. As well as faster, more efficient, and

accurate. Powercore controls power output to luminaires

directly from line voltage. It merges line voltage with

control data and delivers both over a single standard

cable—dramatically simplifying installation and lowering

total system cost. Integrated into iColor Accent MX

Powercore gen2 luminaires.

Housing

For maximum reliability, year-after-

year, all Accent luminaires feature an

extruded aluminium housing. This

IP66-rated luminaire meets the most

challenging requirements, resisting wind,

rain, sand, heat, and more.

Lens

Translucent, UV-protected

polycarbonate lens specially designed

for direct-view.

Viewing angle

Exceptional viewing angle (120° x 225°)

while ensuring uniform color mixing.

Take a closer look

Accent MX key features

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Smart connectors

Overmolded end-to-end locking connectors

supply power and data. Add extra space with

jumper cables, if necessary.

iColor Accent MX

Translucent lens

Leader Cable Jumper Cables

305 mm (1 ft)

610 mm (2 ft)

1.5 m (5 ft)

3 m (10 ft)

15.2 m (50 ft)

Available in 2 lengths

Precise resolution

Accent MX lets you achieve resolutions as fine as 30

mm (1.2 in)—allowing scalability of video resolution to

fit your needs.

Power/Data supplies

Data Enabler Pro

Vibration resistance

Complies with ANSI C136.31, 3G

Mechanical impact

IK10

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608 mm (2 ft)

1,214 mm (4 ft)

Housing

For maximum reliability, year-after-

year, all Accent luminaires feature an

extruded aluminium housing. This

IP66-rated luminaire meets the most

challenging requirements, resisting wind,

rain, sand, heat, and more.

2 lens options

Translucent, UV-protected

polycarbonate lens for the widest

viewing angle, and a clear lens viewing

angle provides the brightest output.

2 viewing angles

105° (Clear lens)

210° (Translucent lens)

Take a closer look

Accent Compact key features

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Smart connectors

Overmolded end-to-end locking

connectors supply power and

data. Add extra space with jumper

cables, if necessary.

iColor Accent Compact, RGBW

Translucent lens

iColor Accent Compact

Clear lens

2 mounting options

A front mounting bracket attaches Accent

Compact securely to your building or

structure. However, if you want clearer

profile, we also offer an optional rear

mounting stud.

Accent Compact RGBW is

available in 4 lengths

315 mm (12.4 in)

467 mm (18.4 in)

619.5 mm (24.4 in)

1,228.5 mm (48.4 in)

Precise resolution

Accent Compact lets you achieve resolutions as fine as:

19 mm (0.75 in)—allowing scalability of video resolution

to fit your needs.

Power/Data supplies

PDS-400 48V EO

Vibration resistance

Complies with ANSI C136.31, 3G.

Corrosion resistance

Complies with ASTM B117 standard for > 1,500 hours.

Mechanical impact

IK10

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Leader Cables Jumper Cables

305 mm (1 ft)

1.5 m (5 ft)

15 m (50 ft)

30 m (100 ft)

Accent Compact is

available in 3 lengths

305 mm (12 in)

609 mm (24 in)

1,220 mm (48 in)

Robust accessories

Choose from a broad range of accessories:

louvers and rear mounting studs.

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Exceptional

lighting

takes

more than

a luminaire

To unlock the full potential of your

Accent luminaires, you need the

right components to power and control

them. Color Kinetics completes your

solution with:

Complete solution

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Monitoring and

Management

Controllers

Power /

Data Supplies

Accent

Luminaires

Controllers

Our broad line of controllers brings you

differing capabilities that match your specific

needs, the complexity of your project,

and your budget. Our controllers offer the

industry-standard DMX protocol, or our

proprietary, scalable KiNET protocol for

Ethernet networks. Because of addressing

limitations, DMX is appropriate for

relatively simple installations, or for light

shows in which multiple Accent luminaires

operate in unison.

Because it is not subject to DMX addressing

limitations, Ethernet is the preferred

environment for intricate color-changing light

shows. And Accent can also be used with third-

party controllers.

Power/Data Supplies

We pair each Accent luminaire with

the right power/data supply, delivering the

power and data needed for your project,

ensuring exceptional operation, and maximizing

run lengths.

Monitoring and Management

Interact Landmark (formerly Philips ActiveSite)

is the first-ever cloud-hosted connected

lighting system for architectural LED lighting

installations. Interact Landmark allows you to

remotely monitor, manage, and maintain an

installation site from anywhere in the world,

using a secure web connection.

Urban

beautification

starts with light

Four high-rise structures feature open-book style façades—

exterior faces split at an angle along a central spine—that face

a well-traveled street. These formerly blank canvases were

transformed with immersive, low-resolution video featuring iColor

Accent MX Powercore luminaires, as well as other Color Kinetics

direct-view lighting solutions.

Photography: Stas Zhurov

Color Kinetics lighting

solutions bring new

beauty, attention, and

pedestrian traffic to

Moscow’s downtown

and central districts—

adding state-of-the-art

architectural lighting

effects to buildings

and shops along its

famous avenues.

Accent showcase

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Product

iColor Accent MX Powercore

A dynamic

visual icon in

Perth, Australia

Creating this visually impressive effect at this multi-use stadium

requires more than 22,000 LED luminaires. Among them, you’ll

find hundreds of iColor Accent Compact luminaires along the

stadium façade—creating a dynamic visual resource that can

change to reflect the current teams playing at the stadium, or to

enhance concerts or other events.

Lighting Designer: Bruce Ramus

This massive stadium

features an extensive,

state-of-the-art

lighting solution

considered one of the

largest sports lighting

installations in

the world.

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Product

iColor Accent Compact

A southern

port takes on a

new glow

iColor Accent MX Powercore luminaires create a low-resolution

video wall across the main arc of the structure, enabling

programmed light shows that have transformed the bridge into a

local attraction, boosting the local economy. For example, the city

recently synchronized the bridge lighting with a live performance

of the Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra. The Color Kinetics

luminaires have proven extremely reliable, withstanding the

corrosive Gulf Coast environment.

Photography: Tumlinson Photography

Dark for more than a

decade, the Corpus

Christi Harbor Bridge

now glows with more

than 11,000 individually

addressable color-

changing nodes—

which providing

stunning light shows

enjoyed nightly by

locals and tourists.

Accent showcase

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Product

iColor Accent MX Powercore

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